1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 134 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Daimler | Porsche |
Model | Conquest | Boxster |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |